Grasse: A visit to the Musée International de la Parfumerie (MIP)
France
Grasse, France, just an hour west of Nice, is often described—quite rightly—as the world’s capital of perfume. Since 2018, its…
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Camellias in Winter: Four Gardens to Visit in Porto
PortugalThere's something quietly captivating about the camellia in winter. Unlike roses or rhododendrons, a camellia doesn’t shed its petals one…
Ireland: Two Favorite Gardens from My First Scouting Trip
IrelandLast October, I finally set out to explore the gardens of Ireland. October is not, strictly speaking, considered prime garden-visiting…
Managing Expectations: Serre de la Madone in Menton
France, TipsThere's something magical about planning a visit to a garden you've long admired. You imagine the scents, the colors, the…
How Fit Do You Need to Be for a Garden Tour?
General, TipsA bit of practical advice, a little story—and how to make sure you're ready to be able to enjoy every…
Chateau de Freÿr: A Belgian Take on French Garden Design
BelgiumThis past summer I stayed close to home, in Belgium, and took the opportunity to revisit old favorites. Chateau of…
The Gardens of Annevoie: The Quiet Magic of Water
BelgiumSummer at home is a rare treat for me—a chance to revisit favorite gardens in my own backyard. Recently, I…
Palacio da Bacalhôa: A Hidden Gem in Azeitão
PortugalWhen planning garden tours to Portugal, there’s a place I nearly always include in our itinerary. It’s not the biggest…
Why Travel with Me? Your words, Not Mine
General, TipsEvery so often, I sit down to reflect on what I do—and why I do it. Organizing garden tours is,…
Your Garden Club’s European Garden Tour: 5 Steps to Make It Happen
General, TipsKate is the heart and soul of her garden club’s Visiting Gardens committee. It’s an incredibly active club—one that does…
